José Caballero
Active Player
Born: 8/30/1996 in Panama, Panama, Panama
MLB Debut: 2023-04-15
Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 5'9" | Weight: 185 lbs
Full name: José Manuel Ortega Caballero
Biography
José Caballero is an active professional baseball player born in 1996, who has made his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 15, 2023. Playing primarily as a position player, Caballero showcases a versatile skill set that includes speed on the bases and a solid approach at the plate. Over the course of his career, he has appeared in 369 games, accumulating 225 hits and 18 home runs while driving in 106 runs. His batting average stands at 0.228, a statistic that reflects both the challenges he faces in his ongoing development as a hitter and the potential for growth as he continues to gain experience at the highest level of the sport.
Caballero's impressive speed is highlighted by his 119 stolen bases, making him a significant threat on the basepaths. This ability to steal bases not only adds excitement to his game but also changes the dynamics for opposing pitchers and defenses. As he competes in a modern era defined by analytics and an emphasis on power hitting, Caballero's combination of speed and defensive capabilities positions him as a valuable asset to his team. With his career still in its early stages, he is poised to contribute significantly to the evolving landscape of baseball, where agility and athleticism are increasingly celebrated.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 369 | 986 | 142 | 225 | 51 | 3 | 18 | 106 | 119 | 102 | 297 | 0.228 | 0.316 | 0.341 | 0.657 | -1291.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | SEA | AL | 104 | 231 | 37 | 51 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 66 | 0.221 | -275.4 |
| 2024 | TBR | AL | 139 | 441 | 53 | 100 | 24 | 1 | 9 | 44 | 44 | 27 | 133 | 0.227 | -1016.5 |
| 2025 | NYY | AL | 126 | 314 | 52 | 74 | 18 | 1 | 5 | 36 | 49 | 47 | 98 | 0.236 | 0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 94 | 73 | 107 | 195 | 6 | 45 |
| 3B | 46 | 24 | 18 | 57 | 1 | 6 |
| OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SS | 109 | 96 | 108 | 234 | 11 | 51 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | SEA | 2B | 64 | 53 | 84 | 152 | 4 | 36 |
| 2023 | SEA | 3B | 9 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | SEA | SS | 21 | 13 | 23 | 47 | 2 | 14 |
| 2023 | SEA | OF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | TBA | 2B | 30 | 20 | 23 | 43 | 2 | 9 |
| 2024 | TBA | 3B | 37 | 20 | 17 | 51 | 1 | 5 |
| 2024 | TBA | SS | 88 | 83 | 85 | 187 | 9 | 37 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 94 |
| Third Base | 46 |
| Shortstop | 109 |
| Left Field | 1 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |